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Aleurites Fordii

Definition:

Aleurites Fordii, also known as Tung tree or Varnish tree, is a deciduous tree native to East Asia. It is valued for its seeds, which produce Tung oil, often used for varnishes and paints.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: referring to the tree species or its seeds

Senses and Usages:

1. Sense: Tree Species

The aleurites fordii is a medium-sized deciduous tree, reaching a height of 15-20 meters, with large, glossy leaves and small, greenish-yellow flowers.

• Sample Sentence 1: The aleurites fordii is commonly found in the forests of East Asia.
• Sample Sentence 2: The aleurites fordii tree provides an excellent shade during hot summers.
2. Sense: Seeds

The seeds of aleurites fordii, also known as Tung nuts, are rich in oil and widely used for various purposes, including lacquers, varnishes, and biodiesel.

• Sample Sentence 1: The aleurites fordii seeds are mechanically pressed to extract Tung oil.
• Sample Sentence 2: Many artists prefer using varnishes made from aleurites fordii seeds due to their durability.

Possible Related Products:

• Tung Oil
• Varnish
• Paint